MTD 030 Series User Manual

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Finding and Recording Model Number
Table of Contents
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO ASSEMBLE YOUR NEW 
EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate on the 
equipment and copy the information to the sample 
model plate provided to the right. You can locate the 
model plate by standing at the operating position and 
looking down at the rear of the deck. This information 
will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web 
site, to obtain assistance from the Customer Sup-
port Department, or when contacting an authorized 
service dealer.
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble,  
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. 
Model Number
Serial Number
•  Visit 
www.mtdproducts.com
•  Call a Customer Support Representative at 
1-800-800-7310.
•  The 
engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-
rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s 
Manual, packed separately with your unit, for more information. 
 
MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs, and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
Please do 
NOT
 return the unit to the retailer from which it was  
purchased, without first contacting Customer Support.
Customer Support
Slope Gauge........................................................ 3
Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4
Setup and Adjustment ....................................... 6
Operating Your Lawn Mower ............................ 12
Maintaining Your Lawn Mower ......................... 14
Troubleshooting ................................................ 16
Safety Labels .................................................... 17
Parts List ........................................................... 18
Warranty .............................................Back Cover
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or 
maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below: